Building intelligence into buildings Riding high on a strong economy and relaxed investment norms, the Indian infrastructure and real estate sector is witnessing an unprecedented boom largely fuelled by the growth of the IT-ITES industry. To make the most of the available opportunity and cater to changing needs, developers have to gear up to provide more efficient and high-class developments, emphasises Anil Bhasin, Vice President, Enterprise, Cisco, India & SAARC.
Not just basic amenities An apartment devoid of the frills like swimming pool, golf course, clubhouse and more, is a strict no-no for the clientele who want more and more in the form of amenities that come with the basic construction. Bangalore is fast becoming a hotbed for luxury accommodation, feels Bindu Gopal Rao.
Say cheers! A time to celebrate is never too rare - but a place to.... well, Hema Anand suggests how to do it in the safety and convenience of your home!
The leather feel-good factor A leather sofa works wonders for the rich look of a room. Shalini Mitra gives a few tips on how to make those plush, comfortable seats retain their glitz.
Natural way of beating the cold Keeping ones house warm in winter and cool in summer need not be dominated by expensive electrical gadgets. K Jayaram explains how positioning of windows and doors can keep us comfortable throughout the year.
There are reports that suggest extension of the President's Rule in Karnataka. Is that a right move or should the elections be held sooner?
Readers were invited to express their opinion. Most felt that the polls should be held preferably in April or May, in the interest of democracy so that the BJP may be given a chance to form the government. Some readers said that the elections should be deferred as no party has a majority and another coalition government would be a big mistake.
